The Refractive Thinker®: Vol. IX: Effective Business Practices in Leadership and Emerging Technologies

Welcome to the Spring 2015 release of the popular, 13x award-winning academic Refractive Thinker® anthology, marking a new direction for the publication, joining the award winning books in the series as number 11. While previous editions have been curated from a purely academic standpoint, Volume IX continues building on the real world connection by bridging the gap. Academicians identify and address the issues in each chapter and provide an interpretation for application into today’s business …

The Refractive Thinker®: Vol. VIII: Effective Business Practices for Motivation and Communication

Join the 10th volume of the scholars of the 13 time award winning Refractive Thinker® series for effective business practices regarding motivation and communication. Learn how to apply cutting edge research from doctoral scholars of The Refractive Thinker® Community. The purpose of this next offering within the anthology series is to share current research from these participating authors, specifically on the topic of business practices for motivation and communication. Our goal is to add to …

The Refractive Thinker®: Vol. II: Research Methodology: 3rd edition

If thinking is inside the box, and critical thinking is outside the box, refractive thinking is beyond the box. The Refractive Thinker® series provides doctoral scholars with a collaborative opportunity to promote and publish their work in a peer reviewed publication, which meets the university standard. Our goal is to provide an affordable outlet for scholars that supports the tremendous need for dynamic dialogue and innovation while providing an additional clout and recognition for each …

The Refractive Thinker®: Vol. I: An Anthology of Higher Learning

PREFACE Welcome to The Refractive Thinker®: An Anthology of Higher Learning. Thank you for joining us on our maiden voyage to celebrate the accomplishments of these doctoral scholars affiliated with the University of Phoenix School of Advanced Studies. The purpose of this anthology is to offer a glimpse into the scholarly works of these authors. The intent is to provide a forum for them to share their thoughts and expertise as they contribute to the expanse of knowledge in pursuit of the …

The Refractive Thinker®: Vol. II: Research Methodology

Thank you for joining us for Volume II to celebrate the accomplishments of these doctoral scholars. The purpose of this anthology is to offer a glimpse into the scholarly works of these authors, specifically within the world of research methodology. The purpose is to provide a resource that is beyond the boundaries of a textbook with regard to the doctoral dissertation. Part I for example is a Delphi Primer—three different author’s interpretations and application of the Delphi Method—all …

The Refractive Thinker®: Vol. II: Research Methodology, Second Edition

The Benefits of Collaborative Doctoral Research Celebrate the diffusion of innovative refractive thinking through the writings of these doctoral scholars as they dare to think differently in search of new applications and understandings of research methodology. •Drs. Denise Land and Judy Fisher-Blando explore the benefits of case study methodology. •Dr. Armando Salas-Amaro expands upon the qualitative multiple-case study method. •Dr. Ramon L. Benedetto offers expertise about …

The Refractive Thinker®: Vol. III: Change Management

I think therefore I am. --Rene Descartes I critically think to be. I refractively think to change the world. Welcome to The Refractive Thinker®: Volume III: Change Management. Thank you for joining us for the second Fall 2009 edition, Volume III as we continue to celebrate the accomplishments of these doctoral scholars affiliated with many phenomenal institutions of higher learning. The purpose of this next offering in this anthology series is to share yet another glimpse into the …

The Refractive Thinker®: Vol IV: Ethics, Leadership, and Globalization

PREFACE I think therefore I am. --Rene Descartes I critically think to be. I refractively think to change the world. Welcome to The Refractive Thinker®: Volume IV: Ethics, Leadership, and Globalization. Thank you for joining us for the first 2010 edition, Volume IV as we continue to celebrate the accomplishments of these doctoral scholars affiliated with many phenomenal institutions of higher learning. The purpose of this next offering in the anthology series is to share yet …

The Refractive Thinker®: Vol. V: Strategy in Innovation

PREFACE I think therefore I am. –Renee Descartes I critically think to be. I refractively think to change the world. Welcome to The Refractive Thinker®: Volume V: Strategy in Innovation Thank you for joining us for the Fall 2010 edition, Volume V as we continue to celebrate the accomplishments of doctoral scholars affiliated with many phenomenal institutions of higher learning. The purpose of this offering in the anthology series is to share another glimpse into the scholarly …

The Refractive Thinker®: Vol. VI: Post-Secondary Education

The Benefits of Collaborative Doctoral Research Celebrate the diffusion of innovative refractive thinking through the writings of these doctoral scholars as they dare to think differently in search of new applications and understandings of post-secondary education. •Dr. Elena Murphy presents the case for educators to use learning styles in the classroom for adult student success. •Dr. Judy Fisher-Blando and Dr. Denise Land offer expertise about regarding the use of passion, …